I create my own calm and I keep my balance, because I know that it's not really me, by myself... The Creator always gives me the energy.

I think that when Riccardo Tisci wanted to bring more attention to the lack of African American presence on the runway, he also wanted to bring attention to the lack of a sensibility of African and Asian art.

When you're performing, you're creating a moment.

Some people come up and ask for an autograph and don't even look at me. They're like, 'Here, do it.' That don't bother me, but it doesn't open my heart.

I view my hair and clothes as functional art.

Don't let anybody infiltrate your dream

I grew up listening to old soul